Head of Enforcement

Our business is people. Our clients are at the centre of everything we do, but we can only deliver the right result with exceptional people.

Location: Liverpool

Position Type: Full Time

Job Description

Head of Enforcements

Location: Liverpool

Contract Type: Perm

Position Type: Full Time

The Head of Enforcement leads the firm's enforcement and recovery function, overseeing the execution of court judgements, debt recovery strategies, asset tracing, and enforcement proceedings. This role ensures efficient, compliant, and commercial enforcement activities while driving client satisfaction and revenue generation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the firm's enforcement strategy aligned with business objectives
• Lead, manage, and mentor the enforcement team (lawyers, paralegals, support staff)
• Monitor performance targets (recoveries, timelines, cost efficiency) and monitor delivery
• Drive innovation in enforcement processes, including use of technology and data

Enforcement & Recovery Management

• Oversee all enforcement actions, including:
• Part 8 procedures'
• Writs/warrants of control
• Charging orders
• Attachment of earnings orders
• Third-party debt orders
• Insolvency actions (bankruptcy/winding up)
• Advise on complex or high-value enforcement strategies
• Supervise asset tracing and recovery efforts
• Ensure effective case progression from judgment to recovery
• Ensure all enforcement activities comply with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g. FCA, SRA, CPR)
• Oversee complaints handling related to enforcement actions

Client Relationship Management

• Act as senior point of contact for clients
• Provide strategic advice on enforcement options and risks
• Deliver regular reporting on recovery performance and outcomes

Operational Performance

• Improve workflow efficiency and case management systems
• Track KPIs including recovery rates, turnaround times, and client satisfaction

Key Skills & Experience

• Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with significant experience in litigation and enforcement
• Strong technical expertise in civil procedure rules and enforcement mechanisms
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Commercial awareness and client focused mindset
• Experience handling high volume and high value enforcement portfolios
• Previous experience with Proclaim
• Experience in debt recovery, insolvency, or asset recovery
• Familiarity with enforcement technology platforms and data analytics
• Established client relationships or business development track record
• Strategic thinking and alignment
• Leadership and people development
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Attention to detail and risk awareness
• Results driven with strong accountability

Reporting Line

• Reports to: Director/ Head of Litigation
• Direct reports: Enforcement team (lawyers, paralegals, admin)

Company Values

We're a collaboration of companies established in 2006 working towards and guaranteeing the same goal. Our mission: We are driven to succeed. Our purpose is to help people move on in their lives through supporting our clients, our communities and each other.

• We support
• We succeed

What we offer in return

We offer a clean professional office working environment with fantastic facilities in the heart of Liverpool City Centre which has great travel links.

• 23 days holiday + your Birthday off + plus 8 bank holidays.
• Income protection, dental plan, critical illness cover & death in service cover
• Employee Assistant Programme.
• Free onsite weekly classes and well being programmes.
• Discounted onsite Restaurant, Coffee Shop / Café.
• Secure bike storage.
• The opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career with a wonderful Law firm.